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  • STARS

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every […]

    $6

  • Astronaut

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States +1 more

    The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become […]

    $6

  • Secret of the Cardboard Rocket

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

      Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences […]

    $6

  • International Dark Sky Week

    Anywhere ME, United States

    It is very important to preserve the night sky by limiting the amount of light we allow into our atmosphere.. For the week of the 13th, many organizations are promoting […]

  • Cosmic Journey

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Volcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in air. In Cosmic Journey: a Solar System Adventure, you will […]

    $6

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Travel with the brother-sister duo, Jack and Annie, in their Magic Tree House as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. […]

    $6

  • Full Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Moon will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

  • Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation

    Anywhere ME, United States

    Mercury will be at it's highest point in the sky as seen from Earth. This is one of the best times to observe the innermost planet.

  • New Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon have the same ecliptical longitude. This is the first phase of the lunar cycle, meaning this celestial body will not be visible in the sky.

  • Saturn at Opposition

    Anywhere ME, United States

    Saturn will be it's closest to Earth in it's orbit and the ringed planet will appear it's fullest and brightest.

  • Full Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Moon will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

  • Undiscovered Worlds

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Hundreds of planets have been discovered orbiting stars beyond the Sun. Our solar system is not alone in the universe, and with rapidly improving technology and recent endeavors like the […]

    $6

  • Venus at Greatest Eastern Elongation

    Anywhere ME, United States

    Venus will be at it’s highest point in the sky as seen from Earth. This is one of the best times to observe the Evening Star.

  • Little Star that Could

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    It’s hard to be a little star in a big universe! Join a medium sized, yellow star as he makes his way through space. In his travels he meets many […]

    $6

  • New Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon have the same ecliptical longitude. This is the first phase of the lunar cycle, meaning this celestial body will not be visible in the sky.

  • Earth, Moon, Sun

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Earth, Moon, & Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration of lunar phases, eclipses, day and night, the sun and other puzzling events with the help of a confused coyote. […]

    $6

  • Stars

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States +1 more

    Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every […]

    $6

  • Summer Solstice

    Anywhere ME, United States

    Marks the first day of Summer!

  • Celestial Bodies

    Anywhere ME, United States

    Venus and Jupiter will appear within .3° of each other.

  • Full Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Moon will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

  • Cosmic Journey

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Volcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in space. In Cosmic Journey: A Solar system Adventure, you will travel through […]

    $6

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Travel with the brother-sister duo, Jack and Annie, in their Magic Tree House as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. […]

    $6

  • Secret of the Cardboard Rocket

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Join two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences will […]

    $6

  • Astronaut

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become […]

    $6

  • New Horizons

    Anywhere ME, United States

    After 9 years of travel, New Horizons, an unmanned space ship, will fly by Pluto and will continue moving deeper into the Solar System.

  • Plutopalooza!

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    To celebrate NASA's New Horizons mission finally reaching everyone's favorite dwarf planet after 9 years of flight we are hosting a Plutopalooza here at the astronomy center! Learn everything you've […]

    Free

  • New Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon have the same ecliptical longitude. This is the first phase of the lunar cycle, meaning this celestial body will not be visible in the sky.

  • Meteor Shower

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Delta Aquarids meteor shower will be peaking. The nearly full moon will make observing difficult.

  • Full Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Moon will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

  • Trip Through Space

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Younger sky watchers take a trip from the back yard to glittering stars, planets, and deep space.

    $6

  • Cosmic Colors

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    From northern lights to garden flowers, color fills our lives and “Cosmic Colors” explains how we use the rainbow to see, understand and explore our universe. Visitors learn more about […]

    $6

  • Black Holes

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    The attraction of Black Holes is more than just gravitational. These mysterious graveyards of dead stars have fascinated generations. “Black Holes” explores the history, physics, and mystery of black holes. […]

    $6

  • Origins of Life

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Tour the far reaches of the universe and our Earth as the evolution of life is examined in this fully immersive space experience. From the Big Bang to new life on Earth, from great extinctions to the search for life beyond planet Earth, Origins of Life is an inspirational journey through time and a celebration […]

    $6

  • Meteor Shower

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Perseid meteor shower will be peaking. This is one of the best meteor showers to observe because it produces up to 60 meteors an hour.

  • New Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon have the same ecliptical longitude. This is the first phase of the lunar cycle, meaning this celestial body will not be visible in the sky.

  • Full Moon

    Anywhere ME, United States

    The Moon will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

  • Undiscovered Worlds

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

      Undiscovered Worlds is an exploration of the hundreds of planets orbiting stars beyond the Sun. Our solar system is not alone in the universe, and with rapidly improving technology […]

    $6

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Join Jack and Annie as they learn about the stars, meet an astronaut, and visit a black hole while trying to answer their questions about the universe and the things […]

    $6

  • Astronaut

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

      Come on an adventure into the lives of those who have escaped the confines of the Earth. “Astronaut” gives visitors a glimpse of the training, the danger, and the […]

    $6

  • Earth, Moon, & Sun

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

      Explore the earth’s place in the universe and what we see in our sky. For all ages of curious minds Earth, Moon, and Sun is a fast-paced full dome […]

    $6

  • Undiscovered Worlds

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Undiscovered Worlds is an exploration of the hundreds of planets orbiting stars beyond the Sun. Our solar system is not alone in the universe, and with rapidly improving technology the […]

    $6

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Join Jack and Annie as they learn about the stars, meet an astronaut, and visit a black hole while trying to answer their questions about the universe and the things […]

    $6

  • Student Night: Black Holes

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    It’s Student Night at the planetarium! All UMaine students receive FREE admittance by presenting their MaineCard before the show! Seating is limited, so be early! Free student programs are held every 1st […]

  • Astronaut

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Come on an adventure into the lives of those who have escaped the confines of the Earth. “Astronaut” gives visitors a glimpse of the training, the danger, and the challenges […]

    $6

  • Earth, Moon, & Sun

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Explore the earth’s place in the universe and what we see in our sky. For all ages of curious minds Earth, Moon, and Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration […]

    $6

  • Stars

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Mark Hamill of Star Wars fame narrates an adventure where visitors can explore the cosmos and see how the study of our sky has impacted and expanded our understanding of […]

    $6

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Join Jack and Annie as they learn about the stars, meet an astronaut, and visit a black hole while trying to answer their questions about the universe and the things […]

    $6

  • Homeschool Show: Cosmic Journey

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    The first of our monthly programs run specifically for homeschool students! The first Tuesday of every month at 11:00 features an exciting space program so everyone can explore the universe! […]

    $6

  • Origins of Life

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Tour the far reaches of the universe and our Earth as the evolution of life is examined in this fully immersive space experience. From the Big Bang to new life […]

    $6

  • Cosmic Colors

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    From northern lights to garden flowers, color fills our lives and “Cosmic Colors” explains how we use the rainbow to see, understand and explore our universe. Visitors learn more about […]

    $6

  • Stars

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Mark Hamill of Star Wars fame narrates an adventure where visitors can explore the cosmos and see how the study of our sky has impacted and expanded our understanding of […]

    $6

  • Homecoming Weekend Open House!

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Save the date! Come celebrate homecoming weekend and our 1 year anniversary with us on October 17th from 10-3pm! We'll be exploring the night sky with live shows in our […]

  • Magic Treehouse: Space Mission

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Join Jack and Annie as they learn about the stars, meet an astronaut, and visit a black hole while trying to answer their questions about the universe and the things […]

    $6

  • Student Night: Undiscovered Worlds

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    The Emera Astronomy Center is proud to announce Student Night! All UMaine students receive FREE admittance by presenting their MaineCard before the show! Seating is limited, so be early! Free student […]

  • Origins of Life

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Tour the far reaches of the universe and our Earth as the evolution of life is examined in this fully immersive space experience. From the Big Bang to new life […]

    $6

  • Cosmic Colors

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    From northern lights to garden flowers, color fills our lives and “Cosmic Colors” explains how we use the rainbow to see, understand and explore our universe. Visitors learn more about […]

    $6

  • Stars

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Mark Hamill of Star Wars fame narrates an adventure where visitors can explore the cosmos and see how the study of our sky has impacted and expanded our understanding of […]

    $6

  • Little Star that Could

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    Come meet a medium sized yellow star, making his way through space. As he travels he meets many different types of stars and learns about some of the other things […]

    $6

  • Homeschool Show: Magic Treehouse

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    The second of our monthly programs run specifically for homeschool students! The first Tuesday of every month at 11:00 features an exciting space program so everyone can explore the universe! […]

    $6

  • Student Night: Stars

    Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

    It's Student Night at the planetarium! All UMaine students receive FREE admittance by presenting their MaineCard before the show! Seating is limited, so be early! Free student programs are held every 1st […]